Rock star location leads to rock star living. Welcome to this meticulously-maintained and beautifully upgraded split-level home nestled on picturesque tree-lined Green Bay Road in wonderful Highland Park. This wonderful 5 bedroom, 3 full bath Braeside home is spread over three spacious floors. The main level features hardwood floors, open floorplan with vaulted ceilings and a spectacular brand-new custom kitchen. All of this and large windows that allow tons of natural light complete this level with a flow that is perfect for entertaining. The upper level has four spacious bedrooms on one level and two full baths. The primary bedroom is ensuite. The newly renovated lower level has the fifth bedroom, a brand new full bath and a spacious family room with an entertainment bar and an exercise/play area. You will enjoy this home that sits on an over-sized lot because it has it all...beautiful finishes, beautiful back yard with generous deck, two-car attached garage with a parking pad that can fit several cars. Close to Ravinia and Chicago botanic garden. Minutes from interstate, shopping, restaurants, parks, nothing to do but put your furniture down and start living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$332Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sonya Lea• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Terrazzo floors greet you at the front door. The vaulted ceilings in the living/dining room give it a great sense of space. The kitchen has an island and is the center piece of this home. Great back yard that slopes away from the home.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Well maintained mid century modern home with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan. Small amount of steps between levels. Front and rear yards are grassy, flat and sloping. Kitchen exterior door opens onto private newer wood deck. Driveway has parking...
for multiple cars. Blocks to Ravinia and Chicago Botanic Garden.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Adrienne Sassaman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 40 Green Bay Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11308660
Mar 9, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$690,000
$266/sq ft
Feb 2, 2022
Pending
—
Jan 25, 2022
Pending (Active Under Contract (Do Not Show))
—
Jan 21, 2022
Listed (Active)
$649,900
$250/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08915922
Sep 18, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$423,000
$163/sq ft
Sep 4, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2015
Contingent
—
Jul 21, 2015
Price Changed
$429,000
$165/sq ft
Jun 23, 2015
Price Changed
$449,000
$173/sq ft
May 27, 2015
Price Changed
$459,000
$177/sq ft
May 8, 2015
Listed (New)
$479,000
$185/sq ft
+12
BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED, SUNNY 5 BED HOME IN DESIRABLE BRAESIDE. OPEN FLR PLAN W/ VAULTED CEILINGS. KITCH W ALL BOSCH, STAINLESS APPLS & DOOR TO DECK. 4 BEDS UP; 5TH ON LL W FULL BATH. ENJOY 3 UPDATED BATHRMS! CHEERFUL FAM RM W WOOD BURN FPLC & DRY BAR. HOUSE SETBACK FAR OFF STREET W 2-CAR GARAGE, HUGE DRVWY/PARKING PAD & PRIVACY HEDGE. 2007 KITCH APPL. 2006 FURNACE & H2O HTR. HOME WARRANTY INCLD. SELLERS RELOCATING.
Public Records
Oct 16, 2006
Sold
$429,000
$165/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,575 (+5.5%)
$65,725 + $104,779
$170,504
2024
$12,865 (+7.0%)
$65,725 + $104,779
$170,504
2023
$12,022 (−3.2%)
$61,964 + $98,783
$160,747
2022
$12,426 (+8.5%)
$55,854 + $89,042
$144,896
2021
$11,449 (+3.4%)
$61,358 + $82,480
$143,838
2020
$11,078 (+3.5%)
$59,312 + $79,729
$139,041
2019
$10,707 (−10.5%)
$59,035 + $79,356
$138,391
2018
$11,959 (+3.2%)
$64,991 + $95,398
$160,389
2017
$11,591 (+3.8%)
$64,991 + $95,398
$160,389
2016
$11,167 (+7.3%)
$64,616 + $94,848
$159,464
2015
$10,410 (+1.7%)
$61,516 + $90,297
$151,813
2013
$10,240 (−1.2%)
$56,133 + $79,725
$135,858
2012
$10,363 (+2.2%)
$57,589 + $81,793
$139,382
2011
$10,136 (+11.9%)
$58,478 + $83,055
$141,533
2010
$9,059 (+2.6%)
$69,424 + $74,267
$143,691
2008
$8,832 (+9.0%)
$73,574 + $78,706
$152,280
2007
$8,101
$70,947 + $75,896
$146,843
Tax history for 40 Green Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,575 (+5.5%)
$65,725 + $104,779
$170,504
2024
$12,865 (+7.0%)
$65,725 + $104,779
$170,504
2023
$12,022 (−3.2%)
$61,964 + $98,783
$160,747
2022
$12,426 (+8.5%)
$55,854 + $89,042
$144,896
2021
$11,449 (+3.4%)
$61,358 + $82,480
$143,838
2020
$11,078 (+3.5%)
$59,312 + $79,729
$139,041
2019
$10,707 (−10.5%)
$59,035 + $79,356
$138,391
2018
$11,959 (+3.2%)
$64,991 + $95,398
$160,389
2017
$11,591 (+3.8%)
$64,991 + $95,398
$160,389
2016
$11,167 (+7.3%)
$64,616 + $94,848
$159,464
2015
$10,410 (+1.7%)
$61,516 + $90,297
$151,813
2013
$10,240 (−1.2%)
$56,133 + $79,725
$135,858
2012
$10,363 (+2.2%)
$57,589 + $81,793
$139,382
2011
$10,136 (+11.9%)
$58,478 + $83,055
$141,533
2010
$9,059 (+2.6%)
$69,424 + $74,267
$143,691
2008
$8,832 (+9.0%)
$73,574 + $78,706
$152,280
2007
$8,101
$70,947 + $75,896
$146,843
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,675
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-36-414-007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R6
Medium Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for medium density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Dec 29, 2026 • Active
Electrical sub-
Upgrade electrical service from 100 amps to 200 amps and install a new electric vehicle charger.
Electrical
Ev charger
Jan 6, 2026 • Active
Accessory structure - shed
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Oven
TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Split Level
Model: SPLIT LEVEL
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 16364140070000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 80X150
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,693.90
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 112
Elementary School: Braeside Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Middle Or Junior School: Edgewood Middle School
High School District: 113
High School: Highland Park High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Braeside
Township: Moraine
Corporate Limits: Highland Park
Directions: Green Bay Road, North of Lake Cook Road. West side of street.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,675
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Lake County
APN: 16-36-414-007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Braeside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Edgewood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Highland Park High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Highland Park, IL • 60035
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$820,000 – $993,000
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